Recruitment Support

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Recruitment Support

Salary: D (scp 9-15) £27,254 - £30,024

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Closing date: 23:59 6 November 2025

Job Advert Text

We're looking for a dedicated Recruitment Support to join our People Team.

In this varied role, you will play a key part in supporting recruitment campaigns across the organisation, while also assisting in the implementation and configuration of our new applicant tracking system. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to build system competence, develop user-friendly training and guidance materials, and ensure the recruitment process runs smoothly from start to finish.

You will also be responsible for managing day-to-day recruitment queries, administering the recruitment workflow, and supporting wider People Team projects that contribute to the development of a modern and effective service.

Join us and help shape the future of recruitment at Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service.

Benefits you will receive

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services "Blue Light" discount card
• Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
• Access to the Service's 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension's Disability Confident scheme
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Hybrid working

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Closing date: 23:59 6 November 2025

Interview and test date

w/c 10 November 2025

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.